30-Minute Carbonara with Miso & Crispy Guanciale
30-Minute Carbonara with Miso & Crispy Guanciale is a quick, gourmet twist on the classic Italian pasta dish. In just half an hour, you can enjoy glossy spaghetti coated in a creamy sauce made with eggs and miso, complemented by savory crispy guanciale. This delightful recipe is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests with its rich umami flavors and satisfying textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz guanciale (or pancetta/bacon)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp white or yellow miso paste
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced guanciale for about 5 minutes until crispy.
- Whisk together eggs, miso, half the Parmesan, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with guanciale; remove from heat and quickly mix in the egg mixture until evenly coated.
- Adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve immediately topped with remaining Parmesan and additional black pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: - Substitute guanciale with pancetta or bacon if needed; adjust cooking times accordingly. - For added nutrition, include peas or spinach. - Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and flavor.